LEEDS have sacked manager Steve Evans, along with his assistant Paul Raynor, after just seven months in charge.

Evans' exit had been on the cards for some weeks, with the 53-year-old publicly calling for clarity on his future while controversial owner Massimo Cellino interviewed other candidates for his job.

Evans was told he would be given a new deal beyond the end of the season if he kept Leeds in the Championship - something he did with ease - but he was then left in limbo by Cellino who went weeks without contact.

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While Evans waited for news, Cellino spoke to MK Dons boss Karl Robinson and made an unsuccessful approach for Bristol Rovers' Darrell Clarke, making it all the more clear that he would not be retaining the incumbent boss at Elland Road.

And Cellino said: “I would like to thank Steve Evans for his efforts as the head coach of Leeds United.

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Massimo Cellino says Leeds need to go in a new direction next season

“Steve completed the job he was brought in to carry out – to keep the team in the Championship - and his hard work here has been greatly appreciated.

“I wish him and Paul Raynor the very best for the future. We have, however, decided that a different approach is required in order to achieve our targets for the new season.

“The Club is now looking to appoint a new head coach to build on the good work of Steve and Paul and deliver the special season which our supporters deserve.”